THE POWER WITHIN How to Gain Power & Influence at Work and in Life

You’re familiar with the idea of power at work and in life. You might believe that you’ll never have any power. Perhaps it’s because of one of these reasons: • I don’t know the right people. • I didn’t attend the right school. • I didn’t have the right college major. • I’m too shy. • I’m too nice. But these aren’t true limitations. They may be obstacles to overcome in some circumstances, but these obstacles can be bested by those with the skills and motivation to do so. Even with a disadvantaged starting point, you can become powerful within your workplace and throughout the rest of your life. Yes, anyone can become powerful – even you!

Power is good for your bank account. Those with power have bigger, better, and more opportunities to generate financial wealth. Power and influence go together. When you have power, you can influence others. Used properly, influence leads to wealth. Having power gives you choices. You have more employment opportunities, more control over your life in general, and more ability to get things done. Power provides a foothold to leadership.